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2023 Map of McCloud

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of McCloud
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

McCloud and the nearby settlement of Hooper anchor the southeastern corner of this map, serving as entry points to the expansive southern slopes of the Cascades. The terrain is defined by a dramatic elevation gain toward the north, where the Mount Shasta Wilderness encompasses prominent landmarks such as The Gate, Sargents Ridge, and Red Butte. The landscape is a complex network of volcanic ridges and deep glaciated valleys like Avalanche Gulch and Cascade Gulch.

Surface water management is vital in this porous volcanic environment, as seen in the various collection points like Bear Spring, Intake Spring, and McGinnis Springs. Transportation through this steep terrain is facilitated by historic routes such as the Mc Cloud Dunsmuir Cutoff and the Mount Shasta Blvd, while recreational access is marked by several backcountry paths including the Green Butte Trl and Gray Butte Trl. This survey captures the intersection of heavy timberlands within the Shasta National Forest and the alpine environments of the high peak.